TAKE OFF ENERGY CLASSIC

Posted on May 4, 2020 | Last updated February 8, 2025

TAKE OFF ENERGY CLASSIC is the original flavor of the TAKE OFF energy drink, sold by an Austrian company for the German market. I was pleasantly surprised to come across this unexpectedly great classic flavor, a true masterpiece of the classic energy drink type.

TAKE OFF ENERGY CLASSIC

Manufacturer	convivo
Country of Origin	Austria
Price	1.1 EUR
Flavor	classic flavor
Total rating	★★★★★

Author information Author: Energy Drink-kun

In 2001, while living in the United States, I encountered energy drinks through the dance scene and was deeply impressed. After returning to Japan, I found that energy drinks were considered novelty beverages, so I established a comprehensive website in 2013 to share the true appeal of energy drinks. As an energy drink enthusiast, I began drinking them seriously again, collecting over 7,000 varieties of energy drinks from various countries. I am also active as a critic and expert, receiving media interviews.

Flavor of TAKE OFF ENERGY CLASSIC

As you can see, it has the classic color and the unmistakable aroma of a typical energy drink. The name "Classic" gives you a good hint of what to expect.

TAKE OFF ENERGY CLASSIC

Upon tasting, you’ll find a gentle sweetness with just a hint of tartness, creating an easy-to-drink, classic flavor. It gives off a subtly sweet, artificial aroma, but without any chemical aftertaste.

The balance of sweetness, acidity, fragrance, and aftertaste is spot-on, making this one of the rare energy drinks with such stable, reliable flavor.

However, there’s nothing particularly unique about the taste or aroma, and if you were to drink it without knowing the brand, it would be hard to guess it’s from TAKE OFF. There’s no distinct feature like the rich, sweet fragrance of Monster Energy or the refreshing, zesty aroma of Red Bull. While it doesn’t have any defining characteristics, it’s still an easy drink to finish with its steady, pleasant taste.

What I appreciate most is that they’ve stuck to the "classic" profile without trying to force an unnecessary, unique flavor or scent. Some might say this shows a lack of ambition, but in a world where every brand is trying to stand out with unique, sometimes off-putting tastes, a familiar, universally accepted flavor is a safe bet for a brand that doesn’t yet dominate the market.

Energy Ingredients of TAKE OFF ENERGY CLASSIC

TAKE OFF ENERGY CLASSIC
Caffeine 99mg, Taurine 1254mg. No special herbal ingredients or anything exotic, just the standard, traditional energy components.

Design of TAKE OFF ENERGY CLASSIC

TAKE OFF ENERGY CLASSIC
The smooth, reflective silver surface is nice, but the design is rather simple. The "Engine Start" button placement, along with the overall look, feels a bit tacky.

In 2018, this design was changed, and all products were revamped.

The matte finish on the left shows the new design of TAKE OFF ENERGY CLASSIC. Personally, I like both designs, but there’s something about the old design’s “minor brand” feel that I kind of miss.

Sometimes, I think that brands which aren't trying too hard to look sleek and polished can still have a certain charm—like TAKE OFF, which despite having several flavors, manages to maintain a bit of an underdog feel that I find appealing.